H 3534
An Act relative to electric ratepayer protections
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to electric ratepayer protections, aims to safeguard consumers from excessive electricity costs. It seeks to establish greater transparency and accountability in how electric utilities operate and manage rates. The bill intends to empower consumers with more information and potentially offer protections against unfair rate increases. It builds upon previous attempts to address similar concerns regarding electric rates in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Requires electric utilities to provide more detailed explanations of rate increases.
- Establishes a process for reviewing and potentially adjusting utility rates.
- Focuses on ensuring transparency in utility billing practices.
- May include provisions related to consumer education and assistance programs.
Who is affected
- Electric utility customers in Massachusetts
- Electric utility companies operating in Massachusetts
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Builds on previous legislation addressing electric ratepayer protections.
- Likely aims to increase consumer oversight of utility rates.
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Primary sponsor
Frank A. Moran
Cosponsors
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Frank A. Moran
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Bill H.3534 194th (Current)
An Act relative to electric ratepayer protections
By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3534) of Frank A. Moran and others relative to electric ratepayer protections. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Frank A. Moran
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.3534
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/2/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 11/13/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4744 |
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